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Swisher Z-MAX ZT2460 Owner's Manual

24 hp – 60” cut zero turn mower
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ZT2460
ZT2460
ZT2460
24 HP – 60" CUT
CELEBRATING 60 YEARS OF INNOVATION
1945 - 2005
1602 CORPORATE DRIVE, P.O. BOX 67, WARRENSBURG, MISSOURI 64093
Made In The
PHONE 660-747-8183 FAX 660-747-8650
USA
Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945
1
OWNER'S MANUAL
STARTING SERIAL # L505-040001
10277 Rev 05-010

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  • Page 1 ZT2460 ZT2460 ZT2460 24 HP – 60” CUT CELEBRATING 60 YEARS OF INNOVATION 1945 - 2005 1602 CORPORATE DRIVE, P.O. BOX 67, WARRENSBURG, MISSOURI 64093 Made In The PHONE 660-747-8183 FAX 660-747-8650 Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945 OWNER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 2: Limited Warranty

    Should you have any questions concerning this warranty, please contact us toll-free at 1-800-222-8183. The model number, serial number, date of purchase, and the name of the authorized Swisher dealer from whom you purchased the mower will be needed before any warranty claim can be processed.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS OPERATION………………..……… Features……………………… Starting………………………. Grass Height of Cut…………. Controls………...……..……… SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS.. Adjusting Deck Height……. Deck Level………………… Deck Belt Replacement…. Hydro Belt Replacement…. Seat Adjustment………….. Parking Brakes…………… WIRING SCHEMATIC……… PARTS BREAKDOWN……… TROUBLESHOOTING………. MOWER IDENTIFICATION…. REPLACEMENT PARTS…… MAINTENCE LOG…………… SWISHER HISTORY………..

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction Congratulations Thank you for purchasing a Swisher Zero Turn mower. This machine is built for the greatest efficiency and rapid mowing of large areas. Conveniently located controls and dual commercial grade hydrostatic transmissions regulated by steering levers, contribute to the machine’s performance.

  • Page 5: Uncrating & Assembly

    Uncrating & Assembly TOOLS REQUIRED: 2 - ½” Wrenches or ½” Socket with drive ratchet Tire pressure gauge Nail bar or claw hammer Wire snips To Remove The Mower From The Crate Dispose of top and side panels of the crate. Remove loose parts and packing material Cut any banding or strapping that may be holding the mower to the crate.

  • Page 6: Symbols & Decals

    SYMBOLS & DECALS OD45- Warning Decal Notice Do Not Alter Wiring Decal– OD74 Swisher Flag U.S.A.– OD39 Operator Must Be Seated Decal– OD73 No Step Decal – OD11 Flying Debris Decal – OD43 Triangle Danger Decal – OD55...
  • Page 7 SYMBOLS & DECALS cont. Parking Brake Decal Left - 10270 Parking Brake Decal Right - 10279 OD99128 60” Deck White Decal 10275 ZT2460 Decal Small 10281 Height Adjust Decal 10542 Replacement Parts Decal 10274 Z-Max Decal OD99125 Medium Swisher Decal...

  • Page 8: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety Instructions These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully. This Safety Alert Symbol indicates important messages in this manual. When you see this symbol, carefully read the message that follows and be alert to the possibility of personal injury.
  • Page 9 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS General Use Continued Always look around before and during reversing maneuvers. Slow down before turning. Shut down the mower deck when not mowing. Be careful when rounding fixed objects, so that the blades do not hit them. Only operate the machine in daylight or other well-lit conditions.

  • Page 10: Slope Operation

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Slope Operation Remove obstacles such as stones, tree branches, etc. Mow up and down, not side to side. Never drive the rider on terrain that slopes more than 10 degrees. Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If the tires begin to slip, shut down the blades and drive slowly down the slope.

  • Page 11: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY AND TYPE OIL TYPE (SPI-SF-SJ): SPARK PLUG GROUND SPEED TIRE SIZE TIRE PRESSURE BATTERY HYDRO Bolt Torque BLADE BOLT TORQUE CUTTING HEIGHT CUTTING WIDTH PARKING BRAKE FRONT AXLE SEAT TRANSMISSION DECK LIFT UNIT MEASUREMENTS DUAL 2.0 GAL TANKS UNLEADED REGULAR SEE ENGINE MANUAL SEE ENGINE MANUAL...

  • Page 12: Customer Responsibilities

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Operator Presence System Be sure the operator presence and interlock systems are working properly. If your mower does not function as described, repair the problem immediately. The engine should not start unless the parking brakes (handle controls) are engaged (rotated outward), the PTO (Blade Engagement –...

  • Page 13: Blade Maintenance

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Blade Maintenance CAUTION Stop engine and remove thick gloves when holding onto blade. Avoid the sharp edge of the blade. For best , mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damage blades. results Safely raise front of mower. SEE WARNING Hold or block blade from turning.

  • Page 14: V-Belts

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES V-Belts Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. SEE SPECIFICATION for belt part numbers and SERVICE section of this manual for instructions on how to replace the belt.

  • Page 15: Maintenance

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Before Each Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Parking Brake Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Check Battery Clean Battery & Terminals Check Belts Check Engine Oil Change Engine Oil w/ filter Change Engine Oil w/o filter Replace Oil Filter Clean Air Filter...

  • Page 16: Operation

    FEATURES Throttle Control – Used to control Engine Speed Hour Meter – Indicates hours of operation Choke Control – Used when starting a cold engine PTO Switch – Used to engage or disengage the deck blades Ignition Switch – Used to start or stop the engine Deck Lift Handle –...
  • Page 17 FEATURES Throttle Control – Used to control Engine Speed Hour Meter – Indicates hours of operation Choke Control – Used when starting a cold engine PTO Switch – Used to engage or disengage the deck blades Ignition Switch – Used to start or stop the engine Deck Lift Handle –...
  • Page 18 FEATURES Left Control Panel Throttle Control – Used to control Engine Speed Hour Meter – Indicates hours of operation Choke Control – Used when starting a cold engine PTO Switch – Used to engage or disengage the deck blades Ignition Switch – Used to start or stop the engine Deck Lift Handle –...

  • Page 19: Starting

    Starting Operator must be sitting in the seat. Control handles must be in the neutral (outward) position ( which sets the parking brakes). PTO must be in the disengage position (pushed down). Set choke (if needed), turn key and release as soon as engine starts. Adjust throttle to half and shut choke off.

  • Page 20: Controls

    Controls Be familiar with all controls, their functions and how to operate them before starting the machine. Motion control levers on each side of the console control the direction of movement. SEE FIGURE BELOW Neutral Position 90 Degree Right Turn 360 Degree Right Turn Note: The pressure required to operate the mower is very slight OPERATION...

  • Page 21: Service & Adjustments

    SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS Adjusting The Cutting Height Push out on the Deck Lift Handle and raise or lower the deck to the desired position. Position 1 is the lowest setting and Position 8 is the highest position The cutting range is from approximately 1 ½” to approximately 5” Deck Leveling TOOLS REQUIRED: 2 - ½”...

  • Page 22: Deck Belt Replacement

    SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS Deck Belt Routing & Replacement Removal Disconnect spark plug wire Apply parking brake Lower the deck to its lowest position Remove the belt covers Disconnect tension idler Roll the belt over the top of the deck pulleys Remove belt For replacement belt part number refer to Replacement Parts Quick Reference Chart in this manual...

  • Page 23: Hydro Belt Replacement

    SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS Hydro Belt Routing & Replacement Removal Disconnect spark plug wire Apply parking brake Disconnect wiring from electric clutch Remove clutch stop weldment (9973TK) Remove the engine to deck belt Disconnect idler spring Disconnect tension idler Remove belt from the engine pulley and from the Hydro pulleys For replacement belt part number refer to Replacement Parts Quick Reference Chart in this manual...

  • Page 24: Seat Adjustment

    Remove belt from the mower deck and the electric clutch Seat Adjustment The Swisher ZT2460 is equipped with a 6” range sliding seat. Release the tension on the seat adjustment lever by pushing the yellow tip lever to the left. See features section in this manual...

  • Page 25: Parking Brakes

    SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS Parking Brakes The Swisher ZT2460 is equipped with an Automatic Parking Brake system on each control handle. When the control handles are in the out most position the parking brakes are on. Adjustment for the system is located on the ends of the brake cable at the hydro pan &...

  • Page 26: Wiring Harness

    WIRING HARNESS...

  • Page 27: Parts Breakdown

    Item # Description 24HP B&S Engine Frame Pan Lift Support Plate (right) Lift Support Plate (left) 1/3-13 X 2 GR5 Bolt 2 1/2 Cable Pulley 1 1/2 Cable Pulley 1/2-13 Nut 1/2-13 Nyloc Nut Lock Plate 5/16-18 X 3/4 Serrated Flg Bolt 5/16-18 Jam Nut 5/16-18 X 1 1/4 Serrated Flange Bolt NB253 Rear Deck Lift Cable...
  • Page 28 Item # Description 24 HP B&S Engine 5/16-18 Serrated Flange Nut Spacer Engine Pulley Motor Pulley 3.25" 1/4 X 1/2 Key Stock Engine Pulley Spacer Short .687 Electric Clutch Washer Belleville Engine Pulley 7/16-20 X 3.25 HCF GR5 ZP 5/16-18 X 1 1/4 Serrated Flange Bolt NB253 Oil Drain Valve Oil Drain Valve Cap Not Shown...
  • Page 29 I te m # De scription 1/ 4- 20 X 3/ 4 Carriage Bolt 1 1/ 2" Block Pulley 1/ 4- 20 Serrated Flg Nut Sping Assist Bracket 5/ 16- 18 X 3/ 4 Serrated Flange Bolt Pulley Mount Tab 1/ 2- 13 X 2 GR5 Bolt Cable Pulley 1/ 3- 13 GR2 Nut...
  • Page 30 Item # Description 60 ZT Deck weldment - painted 5/16-18 x 3/4 Serr flange bolt Belt Cover - painted 3/8 SAE washer 3/8-16 nyloc nut Anti-scalp roller 3/8 ID 5/16-18 serrated flange nut Deck Hanger - painted 5/16-18 serrated flange nut Chute mount-painted 5/16-18 x 8 1/2 HCC GR2 ZP 5/16-18 nyloc nut...
  • Page 31 Center Driver PARTS BREAKDOWN Item # Belleville Washer 3/4 ID X 1 1/4 OD 18 GA Washer Center Blade Driver Outer Blade Driver 3/4 ID X 1 3/4 OD Flat Washer Blade Mount Plate 3/8-24 Two Way Lock Nut 3/8-24 X 1 1/2 Bolt Belleville Washer Blade Bearing 7"...
  • Page 32 Item # Description Hydro Pan Weldment Eaton Hydro w/ Resv & Tank Eaton Hydro w/ Resv & Tank & Ext 10269 Tire & Wheel 20 x 10 x 8 Wheel Hub Assembly 3/8-16x 3/4 serr flange rolok serr 1.5 x .761 x .098 x .134 Belv washer AS155 5/64 x 3/4 cotter pin Wheel Hub Lug Nut 1/2-20 Parking Brake Cable Assembly...
  • Page 33 PARTS BREAKDOWN Item # Description Seat Base Control Panel Hour Meter Throttle Control 35" Handle Pivot Handle Weldment 5/16-18 X 1 Serrated Flange GR5 Bolt Tool Box Neutral Bracket Tapered Spring Steering Linkage Control Arm 3/8-16 X 2 1/4 GR5 Bolt 3/8-16 GR2 3/8-16 Jam Nut 3/8 SAE Washer...

  • Page 34: Troubleshooting

    PROBLEM Out of fuel Engine Will Engine not “choked” properly Engine flooded Not Start Bad spark plug Dirty air filter Dirty fuel filter Water in fuel Loose or damaged wiring Carburetor out of adjustment Engine valves out of adjustment Extreme cold conditions Engine Hard Bad spark plug Dirty air filter...
  • Page 35 TROUBLESHOOTING Continued PROBLEM Cutting too much grass/ too fast Loss of “Choke” position Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under Power deck. Dirty air filter Low oil level/dirty oil Faulty spark plug Dirty fuel filter Stale or dirty fuel Water in fuel Spark plug wire loose Dirty engine air screen/fins Dirty/clogged muffler...
  • Page 36 TROUBLESHOOTING Continued PROBLEM Worn, bent or loose blade Poor cut - Mower deck not level uneven Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under deck. Bent deck Faulty Blade driver assembly Battery will not charge Bypass linkages in the bypass position Loss of drive Hydro belt worn, damaged, or broken Idler spring loose or broken...

  • Page 37: Unauthorized Replacement Parts

    The model number for the engine will be found on the top of the blower fan housing. All mower parts listed herein may be ordered directly from Swisher Mower & Machine Co. Inc. or your nearest Swisher dealer. All engine parts may be ordered from the nearest dealer of the engine supplied with your mower.

  • Page 38: Replacement Parts

    Replacement Parts Swisher Part # 9947 9948 AS069 6046 3756 5058 3293 10263 10540 10541 CAUTION Use extreme care when working on machinery. Before performing any maintenance, turn off engine, allow the unit to cool & remove the key. Disconnect spark plug wire.

  • Page 39: Maintence Log

    Maintenance Log Date Date Oil Changed Changed Belts Date Blades Sharpen or Changed Notes...

  • Page 40: Swisher History

    SWISHER HISTORY Back before electricity came to rural Missouri Max Swisher was producing lawn mowers from his mother’s chicken house. Max never liked to mow grass. He installed a gearbox on his family’s lawn mower creating a self-propelled unit. By tying one end of a rope to the mower and the other end to a tree in the center of the yard the mower circled the tree, shortening the rope and guiding the mower in concentric circles.

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